Paws in the Park coming to Solana Beach Sunday

SOLANA BEACH  Solana Beach will hold a Paws in the Park event Sunday that will feature activities and exhibitions for pets and their owners.

The event is organized by the city’s Parks and Recreation Commission. It will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at La Colonia Park, 715 Valley Ave.

There will be contests, exercise lessons, demonstrations and food. Organizers are asking participants to bring used dog toys, leashes, beds, blankets and other pet items to donate to local animal rescue groups.